Enchantingly transformative

Ever since I had heard about this book, I was longing to read and intrigued to know more about Yogananda. It was unfortunate that I was unaware of his existence and his work even being born in Calcutta in a Bengali Hindu family. I guess everything has its own timing, as I now realise from his own writing.
This book was a marvelous experience that further enriched my thoughts n notions about spirituality, Hindu philosophy of religion and the cosmos and most importantly it came at a time, I was desperately seeking it. Through this book Yogananda has transparently portrayed his life, his realisation of God and his concept of divine spiritualilty existing universally in simple yet powerful words. I had some truly powerful moments where I almost could experience the divine grace which he spoke so enchantingly stirring the soul. I can fully recommend this book to all those who are seeking the higher plane, the knowledge of our existence and believe in life changing experiences. Happy listening :)

P.S talking about listening, Ben Kingsley did a fine job in reading, albeit it was really funny when he pronounced some of the colloquial words in an accent alien to the language!

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Great story

Inspires to dream and try to live a purer, more meaningful life.

Excellent narration, although a bit flat at times.

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A Must Read Book

I have read this in paperback form and when I joined audible this was my first purchase. It is a truly beautiful and inspirational book, which touches at the heart strings. Ben Kingsley is the right voice for this book, his clear diction adds to the atmosphere, although I picture him reading this dressed as Mahatma Ghandi. This is a book everyone should read before they die! 5 Stars

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Truly mind blowing!!!

Fantastic revelation into the life of the yogi, from childhood to assent.

Shows how disconnected western cultures are from nature and the reality of Life,

Will recommend anyone curious about the nature of eastern spirituality

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must read

something should every human should read in their life time. I ha e read this book many years before but listening to it now have a different life to it. the narrative voice was very apt and cultivating.

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"Ejaculatory!"

A collection of stories which take you through the main Spiritual experiences across the whole life of Paramahansa Yogananda. The narration is great, and taking the stories with a very large pinch of salt helps them go down easier. I definitely want some of whatever he was taking!

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Uplifting

Difficult to follow at times
Worth preserving. An enjoyable and detailed account of his life.

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Humbling!

A true insight to man's purpose on Earth and our actions within it. Fantasticically narrated.

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Life-changing

Feels like he was actually speaking to you such was Ben Kingsley's amazing narration. A spiritually enlightening book.

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audible at its very best

A deep dive into the mystical and supernatural through the eyes of a true Saint.
Is it worth the money or a precious credit?
Many times over.
What will I get out of it?
Expanded view of life for sure. But also renewed faith in Divine protection and guidance.
Does Yogananda's message conflict with other religious faiths such as Jewish, Christian, Muslim or Buddhist etc?
No, Yogananda reveres them all. If anything you will be strengthened in your current tradition.
What about the narration?
There is not another person on the planet that could have read this particular work better for its intended audience.
If you listen carefully you will realise by the end that Ben Kingsley was no random assignment for the task!
In summary this is a beautiful book and the superb narration carried me effortlessly through it from start to finish.

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